Macbeth Act 3

Why does Macbeth decide to murder Banquo?

• The witches predicted that Banquo's son would become king.

• He believes that Banquo wants to kill him and become king himself.

• He knows that Banquo wants King Duncan’s sons to become king.

• He knows that Banquo wants him to stand trial for killing King Duncan.

How does Macbeth persuade the two murderers to kill Banquo?

• He promises to make them officials in his court.

• He offers them a large amount of money.

• He guarantees that they will not be punished for the murder.

• He reminds them that Banquo has caused all their troubles.

Why does Macbeth begin to act so oddly at the banquet?

• He has had too much to drink.

• He has been unable to sleep.

• He has become sick.

• He sees the ghost of Banquo.

At the end of Act III, Macbeth plans to visit the witches once more. What does he want to learn?

• What troubles are still in store for him.

• Why they did not tell him he would have to kill Banquo.

• Why they prophesied that he would be king.

• Where Macduff is hiding.

How has Macbeth changed between the beginning of Act I and the end of Act III?

• He has gained the respect and loyalty of his friends.

• He no longer hesitates to use betrayal to achieve his ends.

• He no longer doubts his ability to rule justly.

• He no longer regrets having killed King Duncan.

Where has Macduff gone to ask for help?

• Ireland

• Scotland

• Switzerland

• England

How do the murderers kill Banquo?

• Drown him

• Drug him

• Cut his throat

• Stab him in his sleep

Who does Macbeth plan to murder in scene i?

• Macduff

• Banquo and Fleance

• Duncan

• Ross

Why is Macbeth upset when the murderers reveal that Fleance had not been killed?

• He had been insulted by Fleance and wanted his revenge

• He knows Fleance is a better fighter and will raise an army against him

• He worries that the prophecy of Banquo is coming true

• He is jealous that Banquo had a son while he had none

In Act 3, Scene 6, we learn that . . .

• MacDuff left for England in search of Malcolm

• some view Macbeth as a tyrant.

• Lennox suspects the accuracy of Macbeth's version of events.

• All of the above